P.J. Fleck: Gophers hosting Mississippi State 'great for college football'
University of Minnesota football coach P.J. Fleck held his weekly news conference Monday at Athletes Village. The Gophers are 1-0 after a 59-7 win over Eastern Illinois. Fleck talked about this Saturday's match-up against SEC foe Mississippi State, and why it's important to play a Power 5 team in the non-conference.
University of Minnesota football coach P.J. Fleck held his weekly news conference Monday at Athletes Village. The Gophers are 1-0 after a 59-7 win over Eastern Illinois. Fleck talked about this Saturday's match-up against SEC foe Mississippi State, and why it's important to play a Power 5 team in the non-conference.
Pride on Ice Ep. 5: Paul Martin
Paul Martin joins the Pride on Ice podcast to discuss his expanded role as a Gophers men’s hockey assistant coach under Brett Larson and what he expects from Minnesota’s revamped defense.
Paul Martin joins the Pride on Ice podcast to discuss his expanded role as a Gophers men’s hockey assistant coach under Brett Larson and what he expects from Minnesota’s revamped defense.
P.J. Fleck: 2 punt return TDs 'set the tone' in Gophers 59-7 win
P.J. Fleck spoke with reporters after the Gophers beat Eastern Illinois 59-7 Thursday night at Huntington Bank Stadium. Javon Tracy sparked Minnesota's win with two punt returns for touchdowns, a first in program history.
P.J. Fleck spoke with reporters after the Gophers beat Eastern Illinois 59-7 Thursday night at Huntington Bank Stadium. Javon Tracy sparked Minnesota's win with two punt returns for touchdowns, a first in program history.
Gophers football opens 2026 season against Eastern Illinois
The University of Minnesota football team opens the 2026 season Thursday night against Eastern Illinois at Huntington Bank Stadium.
The University of Minnesota football team opens the 2026 season Thursday night against Eastern Illinois at Huntington Bank Stadium.
Minnesota Gophers football vs. Eastern Illinois: How to watch
The University of Minnesota football team kicks off its 2026 regular season Thursday night against Eastern Illinois at Huntington Bank Stadium.
The University of Minnesota football team kicks off its 2026 regular season Thursday night against Eastern Illinois at Huntington Bank Stadium.
Could Niko Medved get Cade Tyson back with Gophers via 5-for-5 rule?
The University of Minnesota men’s basketball season is a little over a month away, and Niko Medved could soon find out if his top scorer from last year will return.
The University of Minnesota men’s basketball season is a little over a month away, and Niko Medved could soon find out if his top scorer from last year will return.
Could Gophers get top scorer Cade Tyson back for 2026-27 season?
University of Minnesota men's basketball coach Niko Medved spoke with reporters from the State Fair on Wednesday. He could get Cade Tyson, the Gophers' top scorer from last year, back via the NCAA's 5-for-5 rule. Tyson is part of a lawsuit to get one more year of eligibility, and if it's granted, Medved says he has a spot for him.
University of Minnesota men's basketball coach Niko Medved spoke with reporters from the State Fair on Wednesday. He could get Cade Tyson, the Gophers' top scorer from last year, back via the NCAA's 5-for-5 rule. Tyson is part of a lawsuit to get one more year of eligibility, and if it's granted, Medved says he has a spot for him.
Gophers at the State Fair: Catching up with Dawn Plitzuweit, Mara Braun
The University of Minnesota women's basketball team was at the State Fair on Tuesday. FOX 9's Ahmad Hicks caught up with coach Dawn Plitzuweit, and Minnesota native Mara Braun.
The University of Minnesota women's basketball team was at the State Fair on Tuesday. FOX 9's Ahmad Hicks caught up with coach Dawn Plitzuweit, and Minnesota native Mara Braun.
Pride on Ice Ep. 4: John Whipple
Gophers hockey alternate captain John Whipple joins the Pride on Ice podcast to discuss Minnesota’s offseason, his new leadership role and the changes under Brett Larson. Whipple explains why the Gophers have “something to prove,” reflects on his growth as a defenseman and shares what he wants to add to his game this season.
Gophers hockey alternate captain John Whipple joins the Pride on Ice podcast to discuss Minnesota’s offseason, his new leadership role and the changes under Brett Larson. Whipple explains why the Gophers have “something to prove,” reflects on his growth as a defenseman and shares what he wants to add to his game this season.
P.J. Fleck Show: Season expectations before week 1
This week on the P.J. Fleck show, the crew discuss opening week against Eastern Illinois and the expectations for the season ahead at the Minnesota State Fair.
This week on the P.J. Fleck show, the crew discuss opening week against Eastern Illinois and the expectations for the season ahead at the Minnesota State Fair.
P.J. Fleck on Gophers Thursday opener: 'It's what Minnesota is all about'
P.J. Fleck spoke with reporters on Monday at Athletes Village, with the Gophers' 2026 opener less than two weeks away against Eastern Illinois at Huntington Bank Stadium. As has been tradition during Fleck's tenure, Minnesota is playing on a Thursday night during the State Fair.
P.J. Fleck spoke with reporters on Monday at Athletes Village, with the Gophers' 2026 opener less than two weeks away against Eastern Illinois at Huntington Bank Stadium. As has been tradition during Fleck's tenure, Minnesota is playing on a Thursday night during the State Fair.
Gophers hold final open practice before Sept. 3 opener
The Gophers football team held its final open practice of fall camp Thursday night at Huntington Bank Stadium before their Sept. 3 opener against Eastern Illinois. Defensive lineman Anthony Smith, and quarterback Drake Lindsey spoke with media after practice.
The Gophers football team held its final open practice of fall camp Thursday night at Huntington Bank Stadium before their Sept. 3 opener against Eastern Illinois. Defensive lineman Anthony Smith, and quarterback Drake Lindsey spoke with media after practice.
Gophers P.J. Fleck: 'We just want to play football'
The University of Minnesota football team held its final open practice of fall camp Thursday night at Huntington Bank Stadium, with the season-opener exactly two weeks away.
The University of Minnesota football team held its final open practice of fall camp Thursday night at Huntington Bank Stadium, with the season-opener exactly two weeks away.
Gophers honor John Anderson with celebration of life at Maturi Paviliion
The University of Minnesota honored long-time baseball coach John Anderson with a celebration of life Monday night at Maturi Pavilion. Anderson died last month at 71 years old. Celebration of life speakers included his wife, Jan, and daughter, Erin, Rob Fornasiere, Billy Soule, Mike Bailey and Paul Molitor. Ryan Lefebvre was the master of ceremonies.
The University of Minnesota honored long-time baseball coach John Anderson with a celebration of life Monday night at Maturi Pavilion. Anderson died last month at 71 years old. Celebration of life speakers included his wife, Jan, and daughter, Erin, Rob Fornasiere, Billy Soule, Mike Bailey and Paul Molitor. Ryan Lefebvre was the master of ceremonies.
Gophers plan public celebration of life for John Anderson Aug. 10 at Maturi Pavilion
The University of Minnesota community will gather to honor legendary baseball coach John Anderson with a celebration of life service at Maturi Pavilion.
The University of Minnesota community will gather to honor legendary baseball coach John Anderson with a celebration of life service at Maturi Pavilion.
Gophers hockey hosts alumni tournament at Legends Golf Club
The University of Minnesota men's hockey season is just around the corner, and FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich caught up with new coach Brett Larson from the team's alumni golf tournament on Tuesday at Legends Golf Club in Prior Lake.
The University of Minnesota men's hockey season is just around the corner, and FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich caught up with new coach Brett Larson from the team's alumni golf tournament on Tuesday at Legends Golf Club in Prior Lake.
P.J. Fleck: Gophers' 2026 squad has high expectations
Gophers football coach P.J. Fleck joined KFAN sideline reporter Justin Gaard at Big Ten Media Day in Chicago on Wednesday to preview the 2026 season.
Gophers football coach P.J. Fleck joined KFAN sideline reporter Justin Gaard at Big Ten Media Day in Chicago on Wednesday to preview the 2026 season.
Darius Taylor, Anthony Smith talk 2026 Gophers at Big Ten Media Day
The Gophers football team was at Big Ten Media Day in Chicago on Wednesday. Running back Darius Taylor and defensive lineman Anthony Smith spoke with KFAN sideline reporter Justin Gaard about the 2026 season.
The Gophers football team was at Big Ten Media Day in Chicago on Wednesday. Running back Darius Taylor and defensive lineman Anthony Smith spoke with KFAN sideline reporter Justin Gaard about the 2026 season.
Drake Lindsey talks 2026 Gophers at Big Ten Media Day
The Gophers football team was at Big Ten Media in Chicago on Wednesday. KFAN sideline reporter Justin Gaard caught up with Drake Lindsey, who is back for his second season as Minnesota's starting quarterback.
The Gophers football team was at Big Ten Media in Chicago on Wednesday. KFAN sideline reporter Justin Gaard caught up with Drake Lindsey, who is back for his second season as Minnesota's starting quarterback.
P.J. Fleck says 2026 Gophers are one of his best teams in 10 years
University of Minnesota football coach P.J. Fleck spoke with reporters on Wednesday at Big Ten Media Day in Chicago. Fleck is the second longest-tenured coach in the conference, behind Kirk Ferentz. Fleck is 66-44 in nine seasons at Minnesota, including 39-40 in the Big Ten and 7-0 in bowl games.
University of Minnesota football coach P.J. Fleck spoke with reporters on Wednesday at Big Ten Media Day in Chicago. Fleck is the second longest-tenured coach in the conference, behind Kirk Ferentz. Fleck is 66-44 in nine seasons at Minnesota, including 39-40 in the Big Ten and 7-0 in bowl games.